Any pet owner will automatically classify their pet as a family member. We are all concerned about our family's health, and if our pet is a family member then of course we are concerned about their well being as well. Often an area that is forgot about though is their weight. Many times we are deceived as to what the weight of our pet really is especially if they have a lot of fur. We simply don't realize that they are getting fat.
Its important to first know what is a normal and healthy weight for your particular pet. Then you have a guideline to follow. If possible weigh your pet. You can easily do this by getting on the scales and weighing yourself, then picking up your pet and seeing what the increased weight is.
If you discover that your pet is overweight then take a close look at his diet. Are you feeding the wrong foods, or feeding too much? At one time it wasn't unusual for a dog for example to just live off table scraps. These animals appeared to be perfectly healthy and of a good weight. There are a few things that we may be forgetting about here though. First the majority of these animals were housed outdoors where they burned their excess fat, and many of them were working animals. In addition to this table food was much healthier back then. This really is a positive sign that what we eat today is far different and far less healthier than it was in the good old days.
Take the time to find out what the ingredients are in the food that you are feeding your dog. Don't be surprised if you discover there is a lot of fatty fillers in it. It may give you enough insight to change your pets food to a healthier brand, now that you are more knowledgeable in this area.
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